Villanova Wildcats vs. UConn Huskies: 2015 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

UConn Huskies defeated Villanova Wildcats 20–15 in Week 1, 2015. Final score: Villanova Wildcats 15, UConn Huskies 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Villanova Wildcats	0	0	0	0	15
UConn Huskies	6	2	6	6	20

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Bryant Shirreffs (41) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.42 EPA/play +8.36 EPA
• Gary Underwood (222) — 0.0 yds · +2.23 EPA/play +2.23 EPA
• John Robertson (222) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -4.48 EPA

Rushing

• Ron Johnson (41) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.39 EPA
• John Robertson (222) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.03 EPA
• Bryant Shirreffs (41) — 0.0 yds +0.33 EPA

Receiving

• Kevin Gulyas (222) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.55 EPA
• Taurus Phllips (222) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.46 EPA
• Gary Underwood (222) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.49 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bryant Shirreffs	41	20	60.0%	0	2	+0.42	+8.36
Gary Underwood	222	1	100.0%	0	0	+2.23	+2.23
John Robertson	222	32	53.1%	0	1	-0.14	-4.48

Team EPA comparison

Stat	NOVA	CONN
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	222	4	0	+0.77	Ended
Q1	41	3	0	-3.04	Punt
Q1	222	5	0	-2.81	Fumble
Q1	41	1	0	+2.64	Pass TD
Q1	222	1	0	-1.50	Ended
Q1	41	12	0	+2.67	Ended
Q1	222	4	0	-3.32	Punt
Q2	41	4	0	-1.66	Interception
Q2	222	1	0	+3.73	Pass TD
Q2	41	3	0	+0.83	Ended
Q2	222	7	0	+1.35	Ended
Q2	41	0	0	—	Safety
Q2	222	5	0	+1.69	Ended
Q2	41	1	0	-0.67	Ended
Q2	41	1	0	-1.32	Ended
Q2	222	8	0	+2.11	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · John Robertson sacked by Folorunso Fatukasi for a loss of 10 yards to the Villa 48 John Robertson fumbled, recovered by UConn Luke Carrezola , return for 0 yards (-6.17 EPA)
2. Q3 · UConn Huskies · Ron Johnson run for 1 yd to the Villa 1 (-5.92 EPA)
3. Q3 · UConn Huskies · Bryant Shirreffs pass complete to Tommy Myers for 69 yds to the Villa 2 for a 1ST down (+5.49 EPA)
4. Q4 · UConn Huskies · Bryant Shirreffs pass complete to Arkeel Newsome for 27 yds for a TD, (Bobby Puyol KICK) (+4.41 EPA)
5. Q4 · Villanova Wildcats · John Robertson run for no gain to the UConn 36 John Robertson fumbled, recovered by Villa John Robertson (-4.24 EPA)
6. Q2 · UConn Huskies · Bryant Shirreffs pass intercepted Jason Ceneus return for no gain to the Villa 7 (-4.07 EPA)
7. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · John Robertson pass complete to Matt Gudzak for 13 yds for a TD, (Steve Weyler KICK) (+3.73 EPA)
8. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Steve Weyler 24 yd FG MISSED (-3.69 EPA)

Key takeaways

• UConn Huskies controlled the final (20–15) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Bryant Shirreffs (41) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: NOVA at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Villanova Wildcats vs UConn Huskies?

Villanova Wildcats 15, UConn Huskies 20 in Week 1 of the 2015 college football season.

Who won Villanova Wildcats vs UConn Huskies?

UConn Huskies won with a final score of 15–20.

Where can I find the Villanova Wildcats vs UConn Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400764854.

Who led Villanova Wildcats vs UConn Huskies in passing?

Bryant Shirreffs (41) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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